Principal, Global Supply Chain Lead
Core
Define and execute global procurement and supply chain strategy for Ada Infrastructure's data center development platform, focusing on long-lead equipment and mission-critical systems.
Role type
Principal, Global Supply Chain Lead
Builds
Global procurement operating model, supplier agreements, and OFCI program for data center campuses
Domain
Data center infrastructure / Capital-intensive construction
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Global sourcing strategy, vendor qualification, contract negotiation, long-lead equipment planning, supply chain risk management, commercial acumen, team scaling, cross-functional partnership
Preferred skills
Data center infrastructure experience, mechanical and electrical equipment supply chain knowledge
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Own global supply chain and procurement strategy; Design globally coordinated procurement operating model; Build and manage global supply chain team; Establish global procurement governance; Lead global sourcing for mechanical and electrical OFCI equipment; Secure manufacturing capacity and strategic supplier agreements; Own global procurement commercial outcomes; Partner with Design and Product teams to align specifications; Collaborate with Finance on capital forecasting; Oversee long-lead equipment planning; Identify and mitigate supply chain risks; Support regional teams in project execution; Partner with Legal on contract structures; Drive continuous improvement; Provide executive-level reporting
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership & operational oversight